Dr. Lauren B. Yeager
Overview
Lauren Yeager, MD graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the Honors College at the University of Michigan with a degree in Biopsychology and Cognitive Science. She received her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and then completed an internal medicine internship at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, New York. She completed a general ophthalmology residency at State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center and then went on to complete a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC. Dr. Yeager specializes in pediatric and adult strabismus, as well as the treatment of all childhood eye conditions. She is fellowship trained to perform a wide variety of pediatric ophthalmic surgeries, including pediatric cataract surgery, anterior segment surgery, lacrimal system surgery, and eyelid surgery. Dr. Yeager is interested in international health care and has participated in multiple medical and surgical mission trips to the Dominican Republic. She has also presented at numerous national meetings, including the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, the Constenbader Society, and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Dr. Yeager is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Amblyopia, Epicanthal Folds, and Esotropia.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- HMO
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- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
3959 Broadway, New York, NY 10032
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Yeager has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lauren B. Yeager
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren B. Yeager?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lauren B. Yeager by calling their office at 212-305-9535. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lauren B. Yeager a top-rated expert for Strabismus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lauren B. Yeager is classified as an Advanced expert for Strabismus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lauren B. Yeager specialize in?
While Dr. Lauren B. Yeager is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Strabismus, Amblyopia, and Epicanthal Folds. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Lauren B. Yeager participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lauren B. Yeager has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Strabismus. You can view a list of Dr. Lauren B. Yeager's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lauren B. Yeager accept my insurance?
Dr. Lauren B. Yeager accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-9535 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- StrabismusDr. Yeager isAdvanced. Learn about Strabismus.
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- AmblyopiaDr. Yeager isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Yeager isExperienced. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- AstigmatismDr. Yeager isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Baller-Gerold SyndromeDr. Yeager isExperienced. Learn about Baller-Gerold Syndrome.
- BlepharitisDr. Yeager isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Yeager isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.